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by Builder01
Tue Dec 14, 2021 7:06 am
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

It's one way I can check the layout, I haven't used imperial measurements since 1975, so have to relearn everything. Just finished reading all your blog posts, thanks for putting that together. I hope the info on my website was useful. Keep us updated on your progress once you start the actual mach...
by Builder01
Mon Dec 13, 2021 2:07 pm
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

It's also possible to make chips instead of re-drawing every thing. I built my Super Simplex pretty much just as drawn. It steams great and runs well. My chassis was running on air in 9 months and ran on It's own steam in 23 months.
by Builder01
Sun Dec 12, 2021 4:17 pm
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

I'm adding pony wheels making it a 0-6-2 I found an article in ME vol 178 adding pony wheels to an origionl Simplex design I'm adding them to a Super Simplex which has a longer frame. That's pretty cool! It is not in your screen shot of your monitor. Plus, I think the monitor shows the front end of...
by Builder01
Sun Dec 12, 2021 9:02 am
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

Your post says, "CAD Modification`. But, you did not say what you are modifying.
by Builder01
Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:17 pm
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

If you have all the ME articles for both locos, that will go a long way towards helping you out. The text is particularly helpful.

You have been a member of this forum since 2014? That's a long time to be silent here. What has prompted you to finally post? And welcome aboard!
by Builder01
Fri Dec 10, 2021 7:12 am
Forum: Build Log
Topic: Super Simplex
Replies: 16
Views: 14001

Re: Super Simplex

Hi Jock, The Super Simplex can be built without the original drawings. Although the original drawings are handy for comparison. Neither set of drawings is exactly complete. I can help you with any thing that has been left out, including the exact location for the valve motion brackets. Are you locat...
by Builder01
Wed Nov 24, 2021 6:08 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: C.P. Huntington
Replies: 112
Views: 72966

Re: C.P. Huntington

Very nice loco! Beautiful!
by Builder01
Mon Nov 22, 2021 9:37 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: C.P. Huntington
Replies: 112
Views: 72966

Re: C.P. Huntington

Yes, the photos seem a little "underexposed".
by Builder01
Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:56 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Is the live steam hobby in decline?
Replies: 96
Views: 58838

Re: Is the live steam hobby in decline?

I don't expect anyone to move "faster". I expect newbies to be humble, versus arrogant, and to not ignore what the guys say, that have been there before. Ignoring the experience of others is disrespectful. This causes bad attitude in the old guys toward the new guys. I will not suffer fool...
by Builder01
Thu Oct 28, 2021 6:15 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Is the live steam hobby in decline?
Replies: 96
Views: 58838

Re: Is the live steam hobby in decline?

I guess the "decline of the steam hobby" would also include the original poster! HA!
by Builder01
Wed Oct 27, 2021 7:12 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: best way to get started?
Replies: 112
Views: 41043

Re: best way to get started?

Elmer's engines is how I started. I was in my early 20's. Then I got plans for a small traction engine. I could clearly see I did not have the skill, experience, or, machinery to build the tractor. I spent several years working in machine shops at the water front in San Diego. I have recently built ...
by Builder01
Mon Oct 25, 2021 8:28 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Is the live steam hobby in decline?
Replies: 96
Views: 58838

Re: Is the live steam hobby in decline?

Everything I need to run a coal burning steamer and a few riding cars fits in my Pontiac Vibe. (1" scale 4-3/4" gauge!) No giant truck or fooling around with a trailer. Easy to put back on to the rails. Bigger is not always better.